the fight crime for the fbi, rick out terrorism with the cia, and provide a vital support to the members of our military. there are scientists, engineers, air traffic controllers' pursuing excellence each day to cure disease, protect our travelers, and shore up our infrastructure. their doctors and nurses at va hospitals. they are border patrol agents protecting our homeland from those who wish to do us harm. above all, they're patriots who believe in serving their nation. as congress charges these hard- working americans with their duties. this congress asks them to perform his duties to the very best of their abilities. it is only corporate that their service to recognized and applauded, rather than consistently used as a tool in the game of politics. i do not think members of congress should receive a pay increase. i have continually supported increased to reduce our pay and cut our legislative budget. this bill is not about members of congress. this is about our federal civilian work force, which has been under pay freeze for the last two years. this legislation will continue that a